2009 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 1.6L Diesel · AV09 YVR

Recurring issues with drivetrain components and tyre wear define the mechanical profile of this Citroen Grand C4 Picasso, with the most recent MOT passed on 26 August 2025 following a failure just one week prior. The inspection history shows a pattern of component degradation, specifically involving drive shaft CV boots and anti-roll bar linkages, which have required corrective action in recent years. While the vehicle has moved past the major failure regarding the offside front outer drive shaft joint in August 2025, the presence of multiple advisories concerning tyre wear and a binding brake suggests that wear-related maintenance is currently a pressing requirement. The vehicle has covered 109,747 miles over its approximately 17-year lifespan, representing an average annual accumulation of roughly 6,456 miles. This usage pattern is relatively low for a vehicle of this age, which typically implies less frequent long-distance motorway running and potentially more frequent short-distance trips. Mechanically, this level of mileage means that while major drivetrain components may not have reached their absolute end-of-life due to distance, the vehicle is at an age where rubber components, such as suspension bushes and CV boots, are susceptible to perishing and fatigue regardless of the total distance travelled. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the front axle and braking system during a test drive. The recent advisories for both nearside and offside front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edges could indicate an alignment issue or uneven suspension loading. Listen for any rhythmic clicking or popping noises when turning the steering wheel at low speeds, which could signal that the recently repaired drive shaft CV boot has not fully resolved underlying joint wear. Additionally, the advisory for a slightly binding offside rear brake warrants a check for excessive heat buildup in the wheel or a pulling sensation when applying the brakes. Further scrutiny should be applied to the suspension and steering components, given the previous major failures of the anti-roll bar linkage ball joints. On uneven road surfaces, listen for any knocking or clunking sounds originating from the front end, which would indicate further wear in the suspension linkages or bushes. The repeated mention of a deteriorating registration plate and inoperative lamp also suggests that minor exterior trim and electrical bulb maintenance has been overlooked in recent testing cycles.